What we’re about
This is a group for folks who have just moved to Chicago, or who aren't originally from here. If you've chosen to make Chicago your home, it's a great place to be- there's lots of friendly faces, tons of culture, and so much to do. Join us for chances to meet new people and get to know this new city.
We have a discussion group on facebook, if you would like to join and discuss upcoming event ideas and things like that: https://www.facebook.com/groups/889303217815912/
Anyone can join, so please come on by!
If you've been here a while, or even if you're a native Chicagoan, you are certainly welcome. After all, it's nice to have a bit of a guide in checking out this wonderful, cosmopolitan city.
For those of you who want to know:
Is this a singles group? No, not exclusively. People might meet others to date, certainly, but that's not the point of this group.
Is this a networking group? Again, not exclusively, but if you make some good business connecting or find a job through this group, that's great!
Is this a Chicago-centric group? Yes. It's just easier to focus the group on the city area. Events outside the city are welcome, but be aware that the majority of folks on this group are likely to live within the city itself. Thanks.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Join Our Friday Night Coed, All Skill Level Indoor Kickball or Volleyball Teams!Lake View YMCA, Chicago, IL
When everything fun in Chicago heads indoors, let's MEETUP to start the weekend off right with Indoor Kickball or Volleyball on Friday nights in Lakeview!
There's nothing better than playing in one of my coed, recreational "Simply Social" intramural league to break up the week. For the past 15 years, people have been joining my leagues by themselves or with friends because we offer not only an all skills levels activity, but also create a welcoming environment where meeting people is just as important as the games themselves!
We get super cool, super friendly people to sign up, not overly competitive folks. Hanging out with the same group week after week on Friday nights over the season makes it effortless to build lasting relationships. That really is the best part :)
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TONS OF PEOPLE JOIN BY THEMSELVES OR WITH A FRIEND OR A FEW TO GET PLACED ON A TEAM OF OTHERS AROUND THEIR AGE!
*Want to get placed on a team but can't make it to every game? No problem! We put extra players on every team for this very reason.
FRIDAY INDOOR KICKBALL LEAGUE FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues/friday-gill-park-matball-indoor-kickball
PLAY 6 WEEKS FOR JUST $65 W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'!
FRIDAY INDOOR VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues/friday-lakeview-ymca-indoor-volleyball
PLAY 7 WEEKS FOR JUST $75 W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'!
OR EMAIL BEN@S3LEAGUES.COM (THAT'S ME!) TO REGISTER A FULL TEAM FOR A NICE DISCOUNT!
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*Don't pay attention to the RSVP #. People find out about and join these leagues from many places and they always fill up fast!
Before the season starts, you'll get an email with TONS of important info including your teammates' names and emails, the full schedule, how we play, sponsor bar location more.
Let me know if you have any questions at all! I promise you'll love either of these leagues so don't hesitate to reach out so I can convince you of that if you're not already :)
I hope to see you there!
Cheers,
Ben - Monday Night Simply Social Bowling! 6 week season! ALL skill levels welcome!WhirlyBall Chicago, Chicago, IL
Let's MEETUP on Monday Nights for a Simply Social laid back (aka skill level doesn't matter) bowling league! When all fun things head inside for the year, don't stay at home, come meet new people and have fun with us at the alley!
LOTS OF PEOPLE JOIN MY LEAGUES BY THEMSELVES OR WITH A FRIEND OR A FEW TO GET PLACED ON A TEAM OF OTHERS AROUND THEIR AGE!
For the past 15 years, people join my leagues because they're not only a super fun activity, but they also create a super friendly environment where making friends is just as important as the games. Hanging out with the same group every week makes it effortless to build relationships. That really is the best part :)
Want to get placed on a team but can't make it to every game? No problem! We put extra players on every team for this very reason.
Looking to be teamed up with friends? That's easy! Just sign up and request each other as teammates. Then we'll fill your coed team with others around your ages for the season.
FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues/monday-whirlyball-bowling
PLAY 6 WEEKS FOR JUST $85 ($20 OFF) W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'
OR EMAIL BEN@S3LEAGUES.COM (THAT'S ME!) TO REGISTER A FULL TEAM OF 8 BOWLERS AND MAKE IT EVEN LESS PER PLAYER!
*Don't pay attention to the RSVP #. People find out about and join these leagues from many places and they always fill up!
Before the season starts, you'll get an email with TONS of info for the season. Your teammates' names and emails, the full schedule, how we play, food and drink specials at the venue and more.
LOCATION: Whirlyball Chicago (1825 W Webster Ave) - Big parking lot here if you drive!
FIRST GAMES: Monday, October 28th. Final night Monday, December 2nd. Games run from 6:30-9:00 pm and every bowlers gets 2 games per night! Shoes are included in fees.
LENGTH: 6 Weeks. We do playoffs tournaments the final night and all teams make it in! Teams are separated by skill level for playoffs to provide a more fair and balance playoffs. The winner of each division gets a division champion bowling party prize!
FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues/monday-whirlyball-bowling
PLAY 6 WEEKS FOR JUST $85 ($20 OFF) W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'
Let me know if you have any questions at all! I hope to see you there ;)
Cheers, Ben
- Tuesday Night Simply Social Bowling! 6 week season! ALL skill levels welcome!WhirlyBall Chicago, Chicago, IL
Let's MEETUP on Tuesday Nights for a Simply Social laid back (aka skill level doesn't matter) bowling league! When all fun things head inside for the year, don't stay at home, come meet new people and have fun with us at the alley!
LOTS OF PEOPLE JOIN MY LEAGUES BY THEMSELVES OR WITH A FRIEND OR A FEW TO GET PLACED ON A TEAM OF OTHERS AROUND THEIR AGE!
For the past 15 years, people join my leagues because they're not only a super fun activity, but they also create a super friendly environment where making friends is just as important as the games. Hanging out with the same group every week makes it effortless to build relationships. That really is the best part :)
Want to get placed on a team but can't make it to every game? No problem! We put extra players on every team for this very reason.
Looking to be teamed up with friends? That's easy! Just sign up and request each other as teammates. Then we'll fill your coed team with others around your ages for the season.
FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues/tuesday-whirlyball-bowling
PLAY 6 WEEKS FOR JUST $85 ($20 OFF) W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'
OR EMAIL BEN@S3LEAGUES.COM (THAT'S ME!) TO REGISTER A FULL TEAM OF 8 BOWLERS AND MAKE IT EVEN LESS PER PLAYER!
*Don't pay attention to the RSVP #. People find out about and join these leagues from many places and they always fill up!
Before the season starts, you'll get an email with TONS of info for the season. Your teammates' names and emails, the full schedule, how we play, food and drink specials at the venue and more.
LOCATION: Whirlyball Chicago (1825 W Webster Ave) - Big parking lot here if you drive!
FIRST GAMES: Tuesday, October 29th. Final night Tuesday, December 3rd. Games run from 6:30-9:00 pm and every bowlers gets 2 games per night! Shoes are included in fees.
LENGTH: 6 Weeks. We do playoffs tournaments the final night and all teams make it in! Teams are separated by skill level for playoffs to provide a more fair and balance playoffs. The winner of each division gets a division champion bowling party prize!
FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/late-fall-early-winter-leagues/tuesday-whirlyball-bowling
PLAY 6 WEEKS FOR JUST $85 ($20 OFF) W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'
Let me know if you have any questions at all! I hope to see you there ;)
Cheers, Ben
- $5 First Fridays Stand Up Comedy Shows at Chicago's best venue!Laugh Factory, Chicago, IL
The Laugh Factory in Lakeview (Broadway & Belmont) is open for comedy and we all could use some laughs! We always get A LOT of people to attend these shows. Often times over 100 Meetup members!
If you attend by yourself or with friends and want to be seated in the Meetup group section, simply request this when you check in at the ticket booth! Then just say hi to those around you :)
Every First Friday of the month we get $5 TICKETS to their shows at 7:00, 9:15 & 11:30 pm. They're ALWAYS hilarious!
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Get your $5 tickets ASAP before the quantity they give us get sells out. And with our "laugh or get a refund" policy (that has never in 4 years been requested), I know you'll enjoy your MUCH NEEDED night out! This event is posted in lots of different Meetup groups, so the RSVP # won't show how many are actually attending.
READ THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH SHOW AND GET YOUR $5 TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/firstfridayslaughfactory
*You can purchase tickets for several people and multiple shows this night through the link. No physical tickets will be issued. Your name will be on a list at the door and all tickets will be under the purchaser's name. Groups of up to 6 people can be sat together if arriving together.
Please Note: These shows are for ages 18+ w/ ID. If you show up after start time you will not be able to enter. There is a 2 drink minimum per person per show (non-alcoholic or alcoholic). Drinks are reasonably priced, and a comedy show is funnier with a few drinks, so this shouldn't be an issue with how cheap our tickets are :) Also, an 18% service fee (aka gratuity) will be applied to all drink tabs at payment to be given directly to service staff.
No refunds or exchanges but tickets can be transferred.
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Is there parking? Street parking and some garages are available throughout the area. However, public transit, ridesharing apps, and taxi services are highly encouraged.
What is the dress code? There is no dress code. Be comfortable!
READ THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH SHOW AND GET YOUR $5 TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/firstfridayslaughfactory
Enjoy the laughter!
-Ben